BROOK PARK, Ohio -- A go-kart business wants to use some of its on-site pavement to begin operating an airport parking service in December.

The first phase of the project would create 10 to 15 spaces and use existing infrastructure at BOSS PRO-Karting, 18301 Brookpark Road. Phase 2 would add up to 100 spaces at the back of the facility.

City Council members, however, want more time to consider the project and the requisite conditional use permit. During the Nov. 13 council caucus, Council President Mike Vecchio referred the request to council's planning committee for further discussion.

The Planning Commission unanimously recommended approval Nov. 5, prior to submission of the request to council.

"About a year and a half ago, we added some pavement behind the building for the outdoor track section, and during the winter when that is closed, that is the area we would utilize to park these cars for a business," explained BPK General Manager Steven Pryatel.

"We would add additional pavement behind the rear southwest corner of the building to operate year-round once we prove we can turn this into something successful," he said.

Phase 2 will require submission of an application to the Planning Commission, including a full site plan and stormwater-management calculations.

"We see an opportunity for us to grow our existing business long term," said BPK Owner Brad Copley. "This seemed like a very natural next step for us."

Council members want additional details before making a decision.

"I see some discussion is going to be needed because ... we could be setting a precedent in that area of Brookpark Road for every business to then add airport parking for every space," said Councilman Brian Poindexter.

"I have a lot of questions with this," added Councilman Jim Mencini. "I don't think it's going to be that simple."

BPK representatives will return with a formal presentation for the Nov. 20 City Council caucus prior to the regular meeting.